1987 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 771 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
